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Sore Bump On The Head After Being Hit, Sore Cheek Bones. Dizziness. Concerned

Hi... I fell backward and banged the back of my head on a table week ago, I still have a bump and it is sore to the touch. A few days ago in the morning when I first wake up I noticed the room would spin, for less than a minute. I am also feeling a little dizzy when I bend over and slightly wobbly. Today is the most I've noticed it. My cheekbones also are sore. I'm not sure what this could be, thank you.
Sat, 4 May 2013
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Hello Michelle...

The bump over the head after a fall is due to accumulation of blood & it is called hematoma.

The blood cells accumulated are eventually broken down and absorbed in the body.

But this is a slow process & takes times to disappear completely.

Till that time, symptomatic relief is obtained by taking analgesics, ice compression & adequate rest.
Also maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition.

If it still persists or associated with any other symptoms like vomiting, loss of consciousness, convulsions, etc...then it will be better to consult your General Physician.

Wishing you a good health.
Thanks & take care.
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Sore Bump On The Head After Being Hit, Sore Cheek Bones. Dizziness. Concerned

Hello Michelle... The bump over the head after a fall is due to accumulation of blood & it is called hematoma. The blood cells accumulated are eventually broken down and absorbed in the body. But this is a slow process & takes times to disappear completely. Till that time, symptomatic relief is obtained by taking analgesics, ice compression & adequate rest. Also maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition. If it still persists or associated with any other symptoms like vomiting, loss of consciousness, convulsions, etc...then it will be better to consult your General Physician. Wishing you a good health. Thanks & take care.